Transthyretin transports vitamin A (retinol) and a hormone called thyroxine throughout the body. To transport retinol and thyroxine, four transthyretin proteins must be attached (bound) to each other to form a four-protein unit (tetramer). Transthyretin is produced primarily in the liver.
All lab personnel handling sodium azide must wear a lab coat. With this, safety glasses or splash goggles. and a face shield must be worn, dependent on the procedure being performed. Two pairs of nitrile gloves.
The gloves are set out in the tables according to the performance level, and according to the EN 511 standard. 1  Standard protection Standard protection. Suitable for general handling in a cold environment, e.g. handling whilst on off-shore oil rigs. 2  Technical protection Technical protection.